Criss Cross Leg Raises
Expert Advice
Keep your movements controlled and deliberate to maintain tension on the target muscles and prevent lower back strain.
How-to-do Steps
- Lie on your back with your hands under your glutes for support.
- Raise your legs off the ground to about a 45-degree angle.
- Cross one leg over the other in a scissor-like motion.
- Alternate the cross of your legs while keeping them elevated and straight.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Criss Cross Leg Raises primarily targets the Quads, Glutes, Abs, with Strength mechanics using Body Weight. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Quads40%
Glutes30%
Abs30%
Equipment
Body Weight
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Criss Cross Leg Raises work?
Criss Cross Leg Raises primarily targets the Quads, Glutes, Abs. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Body Weight.
How many sets and reps should I do for Criss Cross Leg Raises?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Criss Cross Leg Raises suitable for beginners?
Criss Cross Leg Raises is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
